Important information: E-waste ban in Victorian Landfills

While it’s important to reduce the amount of waste we send to landfill, there are two other key reasons for recycling e-waste:

• It’s better for the environment
• It contains valuable materials

SUEZ supports Victorians to be more sustainable in their everyday life:

In our homes and our jobs, in our schools and communities, and in the systems and infrastructure that support a thriving Victorian economy and lifestyle.

What is e-waste?

E-waste (electronic waste) refers to any item with a plug, battery or cord that is no longer working or wanted.

From your phone to your fridge, your laptop to your electric lawnmower, it covers a whole range of items from work, home and even the garden shed.

• Large appliances (refrigerators, washing machines, cookers, microwaves, electric fans, air conditioners)
• Small appliances (irons, toasters, coffee machines, hair dryers, watches)
• IT, telecommunications and TV equipment (computers, laptops, printers, mobile phones, televisions, remote controls)
• Lighting equipment (fluorescent lamps, high intensity discharge lamps, compact fluorescent lamps, LEDs)
• Electrical and electronic tools (drills, saws, sewing machines, lawn mowers, batteries)
• Toys, leisure and sports equipment (electric trains and racing cars, hand-held video games, consoles, amplifiers, musical instruments, radios)
• Other e-waste (medical devices, automatic dispensers, thermostats)

What does this mean for SUEZ customers?

From 1 July 2019 you need to ensure you are NOT disposing of e-waste items in your general waste and recycling bins. SUEZ can assist your business with an E-waste service and just like a regular bin, SUEZ can arrange the collection and transport your e-waste to an authorised recycler.

For any queries or clarification please do not hesitate to contact the SUEZ office on 13 13 35.